PC - Item 4A - Conditional Use Permit 10-063
ROSEMEAD PLANNING COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS OF THE ROSEMEAD
PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: OCTOBER 4, 2010
SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 10 -06
8635 GRAND AVENUE
Summary
Clearwire has submitted a Conditional Use Permit application to construct a utility -
mounted wireless telecommunications facility consisting of five 4' -0" tall panel antennas
and three new 2' -0" diameter microwave dishes mounted on three sectors at a height of
75 feet on an existing 170 -foot tall Southern California Edison (SCE) transmission
tower. The project also includes the installation of one new ground- mounted equipment
cabinet within a new 144 square foot equipment enclosure area directly beneath the
tower, located at 8635 Grand Avenue the O -S (Open Space) zone.
Environmental Determination:
Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and local
environmental guidelines exempts projects that consist of the installation of new
equipment in small structures. Accordingly, Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 is classified
as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of CEQA and therefore
exempt from further environmental analysis.
Staff Recommendation
Based on the analysis and findings contained in this report, staff recommends that the
Planning Commission APPROVE Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 and ADOPT Resolution
No. 10 -27 with findings (Exhibit A), and subject to the twenty -five (25) conditions
outlined in Exhibit "B" attached hereto.
Property History and Description
The subject site is located on the north side of Grand Avenue and east of Walnut Grove
Avenue. The site is at the north edge of the City with the Union Pacific railroad tracks on
the north side of the property. The property is owned by Southern California Edison and
developed with two approximately 170 -foot tall transmission towers at the north end of
the site and two approximately 85 -foot tall transmission towers at the south end of the
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site. There are also six approximately 42 -foot vvooden utility poles on the site. All of
these structures support electrical transmission Ilines along SCE's linear right -of -way
that runs north -south through the City of Rosemead. The site is also occupied by two
low shade structures for a commercial landscapes nursery beneath the power lines. The
site consists of one (1) parcel, totaling approximately 2.6 acres.
Planning Division records indicate that no
property.
View Looking north from
have been approved for this
Avenue
Site & Surrounding Land Uses
The project site is designated in the General Plan as Public Facilities and is zoned O -S
(Open Space). The site is surrounded by the following land uses:
.i�
General Plan: Unincorporated LA C
Zoning: N/A
Land Use: Railroad tracks, utility
and industrial uses
South:
General Plan: Public Facilities and
Zoning: O -S (Open Space) s
jurisdiction
rridor, single family homes,
v Density Residential
R -1 (Single Family. Residential)
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Land Use: Utility corridor and single family homes.
East:
General Plan: Office /Light Industrial
Zoning: M -1 (Light Manufacturing)
Land Use: light industrial uses, railroad tracks
West:
General Plan: Office /Light Industrial
Zoning: M -1 (Light Manufacturing)
Land Use: light industrial uses
Administrative Analysis
The applicant, Clearwire, is proposing to install an unmanned wireless
telecommunications facility that will consist of five 4' -0" tall panel antennas, three 2' -0"
diameter "backhaul" antenna dishes, and one Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
antenna. As illustrated on the architectural plans and photo - simulations, attached as
Exhibits "C" and "D," the five antennas will be mounted on an existing SCE transmission
tower in three sectors. Two sectors will have two panel antennas and one parabolic
antenna and one sector will have one of each. Each individual panel antenna measures
approximately 1' -0" wide.
The Clearwire equipment on the SCE transmission tower will be installed at a height of
75 feet above the ground on the approximately 170 -foot tall lattice tower.
One equipment cabinet will be mounted on a concrete pad within a 12' -0" X 12' -0"
leasehold area at the base of the tower. A new 6' -0" high concrete block wall be
constructed around the leasehold area. As required by the RMC, the accessory
equipment on the ground will be screened from view by the construction of a concrete
block wall.
The proposed project complies with all locational and operational requirements of the
RMC. The project is in the O -S (Open Space) zone, and even though it is not required
to be, is more than 1000 feet from another wireless facility within the City of Rosemead.
There will be no signs on the proposed wireless facility. The facility is located more than
200 feet from any residential uses so no special noise attenuation measures are
required.
The applicant submitted a Radio Frequency Emission /Signal Interference Report,
prepared by a qualified RF engineer, which documented that the proposed wireless
telecommunications facility will comply with all applicable frequency and interference
standards.
Clearwire is in the process of building a nationwide 4G mobile WiMAX network, bringing
together a combination of speed and mobility for its users. The Clearwire network will
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consist of a number of individual wireless sites,
sites. The majority of the Clearwire projects
modifications of existing cell towers. The applice
to demonstrate conformance with the wirele;
attached as Exhibit F. A cell site map illustrating
been attached as Exhibit "G," including the Clear
or obtained approvals for nine locations within tl
outside of the City limits that will provide service i
ach interconnected with neighboring
e proposed through co- locations or
,s supplemental information required
telecommunications regulations is
I approved cell towers in the City has
re network. Clearwire has applied for
City of Rosemead and five facilities
:hin the City.
The proposed antenna arrays on the existing SCE lattice tower will not significantly alter
the appearance of the site nor will it degrade the visual character of the area. The new
Clearwire antennas and mounting equipment will be required to be painted to match the
existing SCE lattice tower. i
The proposed location of the wireless telecomn
existing use. The proposed facility is unmanned a
a week. The federal and state governments set s'
safety issues, and to insure that people livi
telecommunications facility are not affected. To v
with the FCC limits for human exposure to radiofrE
Planning Division has completed the Evaluation of
H) that the FCC provides for local governments. Ti
meets the Commission's exclusion criteria.
Municipal Code Requirements
On May 25, 2010, the Rosemead City Counci
enacted a comprehensive set of dev(
telecommunications facilities. Pursuant to Sect
Municipal Code (RMC), a Conditional Use Pern
mounted wireless telecommunications facility. SE
following findings required for granting such a per
A. The granting of such Conditional Use
or objectives of the General Plan.
inications facility will not impact any
d will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days
ct regulations to safeguard health and
g and residing in the area of a
-ify that this proposed facility complies
uency (RF) electromagnetic fields, the
'ategorical Exclusion Checklist (Exhibit
> proposed telecommunications facility
adopted Ordinance No. 892, which
Dpment standards for wireless
in 17.112.030.33 of the Rosemead
i is required for the proposed utility -
tion 17.112.010 of the RMC sets the
will be in harmony with the elements
The site is designated in the General Planl as Public Facilities and is developed
with electrical transmission towers and a landscape nursery. The proposed use is
in conformity with the General Plan, in that O -S (Open Space) zoning is a
corresponding zone district with the Public Facilities General Plan land use
category. Section 17.112.030.33 of the RMC allows "wireless facilities, Wireless
Transmission Devices, Support Structures and related equipment..." in certain
zones upon the granting of a Conditional Use Permit.
B. The establishment, maintenance or conduct of the use for which the Conditional
Use Permit is sought will not be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
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comfort or general welfare of the persons residing or working in the
neighborhood thereof; and
The proposed use is silent in nature and will not endanger or otherwise constitute
a menace to the surrounding properties. Furthermore, conditions of approval
have been incorporated upon the issuance of this permit requiring the overall
maintenance of the site. The applicant shall adhere to all requirements and
regulations of both the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) with respect to personal communication
services.
C. The granting of such conditional use permit will not be detrimental or injurious to
the property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare.
The establishment of a wireless telecommunications facility on an existing 170 -
foot tall SCE lattice tower will not be detrimental or injurious to the property and
improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare. The applicant is
proposing to add five panel antennas, three new round "backhaul" dishes, and
one new equipment cabinet on a site with four very tall lattice towers. The SCE
lattice towers have been part of the visual landscape for many years and the
proposed addition of the wireless equipment to one of the towers will not
significantly alter the visual appearance of the facility from surrounding area.
Consequently, the proposed wireless facility will not be detrimental or injurious to
the property or improvements in the area. Additionally, the proposed project will
improve the broadband wireless telecommunication services available in the
neighborhood.
In addition to the general Conditional Use Permit findings in the RMC, Section
17.82.070C. of the RMC sets the following specific findings required for granting such a
permit for a wireless telecommunications facility:
A. The applicant has submitted all applicable information, documentation and
materials required under Section 17.82.060;
The applicant has submitted a complete application for the proposed use,
including adequate descriptions of the property location, project description,
coverage and service objectives, maintenance and monitoring plans, disclosure
of removal costs, site plans and elevations, photo - simulations, a justification
report, which includes propagation maps showing the gap in service that the
facilities is intended to fill, documentation of FCC approvals, information about all
other Clearwire facilities serving the City of Rosemead, signal interference
analysis, and an agreement to allow co- location.
B. The Wireless Facility, Wireless Transmission Devices, and any Accessory
Equipment to be approved satisfies all applicable federal and state requirements
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C.
C
and standards as to the placement, c
federal and state limits and standards
signal interference with consumer el
communications, and other applicable of
The applicant submitted a Radio Freque
prepared by a qualified RF'engineer. T
wireless telecommunications facility will
interference standards.
The proposal to be approved complies
restrictions of this Chapter; all applicable t
of Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) c
applicable fire safety and fire preventic
Rosemead Municipal Code, County of Los
State fire safety and prevention laws;
ion, and design, as well as all
ling radio frequency emissions,
products and /or public safety
and design standards;
Emission /Signal Interference Report,
report documented that the proposed
nply with all applicable frequency and
th all mandatory requirements and
ilding and construction requirements
the Rosemead Municipal Code and
requirements set forth under the
Angeles Fire Code, and all applicable
The proposed project complies with all locational and operational requirements of
the RMC. The project is in the O -S (Open Space) zone, and even though it is not
required to be, is more than 1000 feet from another wireless facility within the
City of Rosemead. The proposed wireless facility is mounted on an existing
lattice tower, which is encouraged in the RMC over the construction of new
monopoles. As required by the RMC, the accessory equipment on the ground will
be screened from view by the construction of a concrete block wall. There will be
no signs on the proposed wireless facility. The facility is located more than 200
feet from any residential uses so no special noise attenuation measures are
required. The applicant submitted a j Radio Frequency Emission /Signal
Interference Report, prepared by a qualified RF engineer, which documented that
the proposed wireless telecommunicationsl facility will comply with all applicable
frequency and interference standards. Through the submittal of building permits
the applicant will provide documentation that the existing SCE lattice tower is
structurally capable of supporting the proposed antennas and related equipment
that will be mounted on the tower.
The applicant has made a good faith effe
intrusive alternatives, including the use
equipment; alternative system designs;
Alternative Siting Structure design, includir
size of proposal; and alternative siting op
the search ring, co- location opportunities
Structures);
The applicant identified several gaps
Rosemead between Del Mar Avenue and
an approximately 1.5 mile diameter was id
to identify, study and evaluate less
of less intrusive technologies and
Alternative Siting Structure types;
stealth designs; alternative scale or
ins (e.g., alternative locations within
)r placement upon Alternative Siting
service coverage in the City of
ample City Boulevard. An area with
:ified by the applicant in this portion
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of the City as having insufficient coverage from other planned Clearwire facilities.
In order to close the gap in coverage the applicant canvassed the area for
buildings and structures with sufficient height for the mounting of a wireless
facility that could provide adequate coverage and achieve a line -of -sight
connection with other Clearwire wireless facilities, which is required for their
proposed network to operate. The Applicant has demonstrated that no other
suitable sites or structures are available to meet the service needs in this part of
the City.
The use of an existing SCE transmission tower is the least intrusive siting
structure available to provide service in this portion of Rosemead. Since there
are four tall tower structures on this site and the SCE transmission corridor is
such a prominent visual element in the community, the addition of relatively small
antennas on one tower will be less intrusive than an alternative of construction of
a separate support structure for the antennas at a different location within the
same general service area.
E. In comparison to other identified, studied, and evaluated alternatives that are
equally if not more capable of addressing the applicant's service objectives, the
proposal to be approved is the most consistent with the standards, goals, and
objectives of this Chapter and the Rosemead General Plan;
The proposed project is the most consistent with the City's standards, goals, and
objectives for the siting of wireless telecommunications facilities of the possible
locations and alternatives studied because it makes use of an existing SCE
lattice tower to achieve the height necessary for the placement of the antenna
array to provide a line -of -sight connection to other Clearwire facilities as well as
to provide the maximum coverage possible from one location. Since there are no
tall buildings in the general service area a monopole would likely be required if
the SCE lattice tower was not available for use. Such other alternatives would
introduce new visual clutter into the area whereas the use of the existing SCE
lattice tower reduces the potential visual impact because the new wireless facility
will be a small visual element on a large structure that is surrounded by other
large lattice towers.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, which
includes a 300' radius public hearing notice to forty -one (41) property owners,
publication in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and postings of the notice at the six (6)
public locations and on the subject site.
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Prepared by:
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Paul Garry
Senior Planner
EXHIBITS:
A. Planning Commission Resolution No. 1
B. Conditions of Approval
C. Site Plan /Floor Plan /Elevations
D. Photo Simulations
E. Assessor Parcel Map (5389- 006 -807)
F. Applicant's Supplemental information
G. Cell Site Map
H. RF Emissions Checklist
A
itted by:
ity 1pbvelopment Director
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EXHIBIT "A"
PC RESOLUTION 10 -27
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 10 -06, FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF NEW ANTENNAS AND EQUIPMENT FOR AN NEW
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY, LOCATED AT 8635
GRAND AVENUE IN THE O -S (OPEN SPACE) ZONE. (APN: 5389 -006-
807).
WHEREAS, on July 13, 2010, Clearwire submitted a Conditional Use Permit
application to construct a utility- mounted wireless telecommunications facility consisting
of five 4' -0" tall panel antennas and three new 2' -0" diameter "backhaul" microwave
dishes mounted on three sectors at a height of 75 feet on an existing 170 -foot tall
Southern California Edison (SCE) transmission tower. The project also includes the
installation of one new ground- mounted equipment cabinet within a new 144 square foot
equipment enclosure area directly beneath the tower, located at 8635 Grand Avenue;
and
WHEREAS, 8635 Grand Avenue is located in the .O -S (Open Space) zone; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.112.030.33 of the Rosemead Municipal Code (RMC)
allows "Wireless Facilities, Wireless Transmission Devises, Support Structures, and
related Accessory Equipment..." in the O -S zone, upon the granting of a Conditional
Use Permit (CUP). Section 17.112.010 sets the following findings required for granting
such a permit:
A. The granting of such conditional use permit will be in harmony with the elements
or objectives of the General Plan.
B. The establishment, maintenance or conduct of the use for which the conditional
use permit is sought will not be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals,
comfort or general welfare of the persons residing or working in the
neighborhood thereof; and
C. The granting of such conditional use permit will not be detrimental or injurious to
the property and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare.
WHEREAS, Sections 65800 & 65900 of the California Government Code and
Section 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code authorize the Planning
Commission to approve, conditionally approve or deny Conditional Use Permits; and
WHEREAS, Sections 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code specifies the
findings by which a Conditional Use Permit may be granted; and
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WHEREAS, on September 24, 2010, forty-one (41) notices were sent to property
owners within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property, in addition to notices posted
in six (6) public locations and on -site, specifying jthe availability of the application, plus
the date, time and location of the public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 10 -06; and
on October 4, 2010 notice was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune; and
WHEREAS, on October 4, 2010, the Plarining Commission held a duly noticed
and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to
Conditional Use Permit 10 -06; and
WHEREAS, the Rosemead Planning Commission has sufficiently considered all
testimony presented to them in order to make the'following determination.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City
of Rosemead as follows:
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission HEREBY DETERMINES that
Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 is Categorically Exempt from environmental review as a
Class 3 Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA).
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 according to the
findings of Chapter 17.112.010 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
A. The granting of such Conditional
elements or objectives of the General Plan.
FINDING: The site is designated in the G
developed with electrical transmission towers an
use is in conformity with the General Plan, in
corresponding zone district with the Public Facil
Section 17.112.030.33 of the RMC allows "wire
Devices, Support Structures and related equil
granting of a Conditional Use Permit.
Permit will be in harmony with the
feral Plan as Public Facilities and is
a landscape nursery. The proposed
iat O -S (Open Space) zoning is a
as General Plan land use category.
ss facilities, Wireless Transmission
lent..." in certain zones upon the
B. The establishment, maintenance orl conduct of the use for which the
Conditional Use Permit is sought will not, under the particular case, be detrimental to
the health, safety, morals, comfort, convenience or welfare of persons residing or
working in the neighborhood.
FINDING: The proposed use is silent in nature and will not endanger or
otherwise constitute a menace to the surrounding properties. Furthermore, conditions
of approval have been incorporated upon the issuance of this permit requiring the
overall maintenance of the site. The applicant shall adhere to all requirements and
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regulations of both the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) with respect to personal communication services.
C. The Conditional Use Permit applied for is authorized by the provisions of this
title and that the granting of such conditional use permit will not be injurious to the
property or improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the city.
FINDING: The establishment of a wireless telecommunications facility on an
existing 170 -foot tall SCE lattice tower will not be detrimental or injurious to the property
and improvements in the neighborhood or the general welfare. The applicant is
proposing to add five panel antennas, three new round "backhaul" dishes, and one new
equipment cabinet on a site with four very tall lattice towers. The SCE lattice towers
have been part of the visual landscape for many years and the proposed addition of the
wireless equipment to one of the towers will not significantly alter the visual appearance
of the facility from surrounding area. Consequently, the proposed wireless facility will
not be detrimental or injurious to the property or improvements in the area. Additionally,
the proposed project will improve the broadband wireless telecommunication services
available in the neighborhood.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES
that facts do exist to justify approving Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 according to the
findings of Chapter 17.82.070 of the Rosemead Municipal Code as follows:
A. The applicant has submitted all applicable information, documentation and
materials required under Section 17.82.060;
FINDING: The applicant has submitted a complete application for the proposed
use, including adequate descriptions of the property location, project description,
coverage and service objectives, maintenance and monitoring plans, disclosure of
removal costs, site plans and elevations, photo - simulations, a justification report, which
includes propagation maps showing the gap in service that the facilities is intended to
fill, documentation of FCC approvals, information about all other Clearwire facilities
serving the City of Rosemead, signal interference analysis, and an agreement to allow
co- location.
B. The Wireless Facility, Wireless Transmission Devices, and any Accessory
Equipment to be approved satisfies all applicable federal and state requirements and
standards as to the placement, construction, and design, as well as all federal and state
limits and standards concerning radio frequency emissions, signal interference with
consumer electronic products and /or public safety communications, and other
applicable operating and design standards;
FINDING: The applicant submitted a Radio Frequency Emission /Signal
Interference Report, prepared by a qualified RF engineer. This report documented that
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the proposed wireless telecommunications
frequency and interference standards.
C. The proposal to be approved corn
and restrictions of this Chapter; all applicable bui
Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) of the Rosi
fire safety and fire prevention requirements set
Code, County of Los Angeles Fire Code, anc
prevention laws;
FINDING: The proposed project compli
requirements of the RMC. The project is in th
though it is not required to be, is more than 1
within the City of Rosemead. The proposed win
lattice tower, which is encouraged in the RMC o,
As required by the RMC, the accessory equipme
view by the construction of a concrete block
proposed wireless facility. The facility is located i
uses so no special noise attenuation measures
Radio Frequency Emission /Signal Interference
engineer, which documented that the proposed 1
comply with all applicable frequency and interfer
of building permits the applicant will provide doci
tower is structurally capable of supporting
equipment that will be mounted on the tower.
D. The applicant has made a good fai
less intrusive alternatives, including the use
equipment; alternative system designs; Alternal
Siting Structure design, including stealth design:
and alternative siting options (e.g., alternative
location opportunities or placement upon Alternat
FINDING: The applicant identified several
Rosemead between Del Mar Avenue and Tern
approximately 1.5 mile diameter was identified by
as having insufficient coverage from other planne
the gap in coverage the applicant canvassed the
sufficient height for the mounting of a wireless
coverage and achieve a line -of -sight connection .
which is required for their proposed netwo
demonstrated that no other suitable sites or strut
needs in this part of the City.
lity will comply with all applicable
ies with all mandatory requirements
ing and construction requirements of
nead Municipal Code and applicable
:)rth under the Rosemead Municipal
all applicable State fire safety and
with all locational and operational
0 -S (.Open Space) zone, and even
10 feet from another wireless facility
ass facility is mounted on an existing
the construction of new monopoles.
on the ground will be screened from
all. There will be no signs on the
)re than 200 feet from any residential
required. The applicant submitted a
teport, prepared by a qualified RF
eless telecommunications facility will
ice standards. Through the submittal
ientation that the existing SCE lattice
proposed antennas and related
1 effort to identify, study and evaluate
of. less intrusive technologies and
re Siting Structure types; Alternative
alternative scale or size of proposal;
cations within the search ring, co-
e Siting Structures);
daps in service coverage in the City of
fle City Boulevard. An area with an
the applicant in this portion of the City
J Clearwire facilities. In order to close
area for buildings and structures with
facility that could provide adequate
vith other Clearwire wireless facilities,
k to operate. The Applicant has
ures are available to meet the service
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The use of an existing SCE transmission tower is the least intrusive siting structure
available to provide service in this portion of Rosemead. Since there are four tall tower
structures on this site and the SCE transmission corridor is such a prominent visual
element in the community, the addition of relatively small antennas on one tower will be
less intrusive than an alternative of construction of a separate support structure for the
antennas at a different location within the same general service area.
E. In comparison to other identified, studied, and evaluated alternatives that
are equally if not more capable of addressing the applicant's service objectives, the
proposal to be approved is the most consistent with the standards, goals, and objectives
of this Chapter and the Rosemead General Plan;
FINDING: The proposed project is the most consistent with the City's standards,
goals, and objectives for the siting of wireless telecommunications facilities of the
possible locations and alternatives studied because it makes use of an existing SCE
lattice tower to achieve the height necessary for the placement of the antenna array to
provide a line -of -sight connection to other Clearwire facilities as well as to provide the
maximum coverage possible from one location. Since there are no tall buildings in the
general service area a monopole would likely be required if the SCE lattice tower was
not available for use. Such other alternatives would introduce new visual clutter into the
area whereas the use of the existing SCE lattice tower reduces the potential visual
impact because the new wireless facility will be a small visual element on a large
structure that is surrounded by other large lattice towers.
SECTION 3. The Planning Commission HEREBY APPROVES Conditional Use
Permit 10 -06, to allow the construction of a utility- mounted wireless telecommunications
facility consisting of five 4' -0" tall panel antennas and three new 2' -0" diameter
"backhaul" microwave dishes mounted on three sectors at a height of 75 feet on an
existing 170 -foot tall Southern California Edison (SCE) transmission tower. The project
also includes the installation of one new ground- mounted equipment cabinet within a
new 144 square foot equipment enclosure area directly beneath the tower at 8635
Grand Avenue, subject to conditions listed in Exhibit "B" attached hereto and
incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 4. This resolution is the result of an action taken by the Planning
Commission on October 4, 2010, by the following vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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SECTION 5. The secretary shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and
shall transmit copies of same to the applicant and1the Rosemead City Clerk.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 4th day of October, 2010.
William Alarcon. Chairman
CERTIFICA
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Rosemead at its regular meeting, held on the 4th day of
October, 2010 by the following vote:
YES:
NO:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Stan Wong, Secretary
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EXHIBIT "B"
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 10 -06
(APN: 5389 -006 -807)
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
October 4, 2010
1. Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 is approved for the construction of .a utility -
mounted wireless telecommunications facility consisting of five 4' -0" tall panel
antennas and three new 2' -0" diameter parabolic microwave dishes mounted on
three sectors at a height of 75 feet on an existing 170 -foot tall Southern California
Edison (SCE) transmission tower. The project also includes the installation of
one new ground- mounted equipment cabinet within a new 144 square foot
equipment enclosure area directly beneath the tower, to be developed in
accordance with the plans marked Exhibit "C ", dated August 12, 2010, and
photographic simulations. Any revisions to the approved plans must be
resubmitted for review and approval by the City of Rosemead Planning Division.
2. Approval of Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 shall not take effect for any purpose
until the applicant has filed with the City of Rosemead a notarized affidavit stating
that he /she is aware of and accepts all of the conditions of approval as set forth
in the letter of approval and this list of conditions, within ten (10) days from the
Planning Commission approval date.
3. Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 is approved for a {period of six (6) months. The
applicant shall commence the proposed use or request an extension within 30-
calendar days prior to expiration. The six (6) months initial approval period shall
be effective from the Planning Commission approval date. For the purpose of
this petition, project commencement shall be defined as beginning the permitting
process with the Planning and Building Divisions, so long as the project is not
abandoned. If Conditional Use Permit 10 -06 has been unused, abandoned or
discontinued for a period of six (6) months it shall become null and void.
4. The Planning Commission hereby authorizes the Planning Division to make or
approve minor modifications to the approved Plans where necessary.
5. The Conditional Use Permit is granted or approved with the City and its Planning
Commission and City Council retaining and reserving the right and jurisdiction to
review and to modify the permit -- including the conditions of approval - -based on
changed circumstances. Changed, circumstances include, but are not limited to,
the modification of the use, a change in scope, emphasis, size, or nature of the
use, or the expansion, alteration, reconfiguration, or change of use. This
reservation of right to review is in addition to, and not in lieu of, the right of the
city, its Planning Commission, and City Council to review and revoke or modify
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any permit granted or approved under the Rosemead Municipal Code for any
violations of the conditions imposed on this IConditional Use Permit.
6. The applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City of Rosemead
or its agents, officers, and employees from any claim, action, or proceeding
against the City of Rosemead or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set
side, void, or annul, an approval of the Planning Commission and /or City Council
concerning the project, which action is brought within the time period provided by
law.
7. All conditions of approval must be complied with to the satisfaction of the
Planning Division, prior to final inspection.
8. Prior to the issuance of a Building Permit, the conditions listed on this exhibit
shall be copied directly onto any development plans subsequently submitted to
the Planning and Building departments for review.
9. The applicant shall comply with all Federal, State and local laws relative to the
approved use including the requirements of the Planning, Building, Fire, Sheriff
and Health Departments.
10. Construction activities shall be limited to take place between the hours of 7:00
a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No construction shall take place
on Sundays or any federal holidays.
11. The site shall be maintained in a clean, weed and litter free state in accordance
with Sections 8.32.010 - 8.32.040 of the I Rosemead Municipal Code, which
pertains to the storage, accumulation, collection, and disposal of garbage,
rubbish, trash, and debris. All trash containers shall be stored in the appropriate
trash enclosure at all times. Any new litter and graffiti shall be removed within
twenty -four (24) hours.
12. All utilities and connection cables shall be underground. The under - grounding of
these utilities shall consider all future connections to the satisfaction of the
Planning Division.
13. Safety standards shall conform to Federally- recognized standards through all
stages of construction and operation of the Ifacility.
14. The applicant shall adhere to all requirements and regulations of both the Public
Utilities Commission (PUC) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
with respect to personal communication services, including but not limited to FCC
standards for electromagnetic frequencyl radiation for Maximum Permissible
Exposure (MPE) for humans and non - ionized electromagnetic radiation (NIER)
standards.
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15. Violation of'the conditions of approval may result in citation and /or the initiation of
revocation proceedings.
16. The onsite public hearing notice posting shall be removed within 30 days from
the end of the 10 -day appeal period of Conditional Use Permit 10 -06.
17. The developer shall provide a courtesy notice of the start of construction to the
occupants of abutting properties ten days prior to construction commencement
and provide a copy of the notice to the Planning Division.
18. The new panel antennas, round "backhaul" dishes, cables, and any other
equipment mounted on Southern California Edison lattice tower shall be painted
to match the existing tower. All exterior finishes shall be comprised of non -
reflective, glare reducing materials.
19. Pursuant to Section 17.82.060.6.11 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, prior to
the final building inspection, a Co- location Agreement, whereby the applicant
agrees to refrain from entering into any exclusive arrangements that would
prevent co- location of wireless telecommunications facilities on this site, must be
submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
20. Pursuant to Section 17.82.080.G of the Rosemead Municipal Code, lighting shall
not be permitted on the proposed project, except for any lighting that may be
required by the Federal Aviation Administration or other government agency with
superseding jurisdiction over lighting issues.
21. Pursuant to Section 17.82.080.1 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, if any back -up
generators are provided, they shall only be operated during power outages and
for texting and maintenance purposes. Testing of such equipment shall not be
conducted on weekends or holidays, or between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and
7:00 a.m.
22. Pursuant to Section 17.82.080.J.6 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, prior to the
final building Division inspection, the applicant shall submit a post- construction
NIER/radio frequency radiation exposure test to show compliance with FCC
standards. The test shall be prepared by a licensed radio frequency engineer and
shall be submitted to the Planning Division for review and approval.
23. Pursuant to Section 17.82.080.J.7 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, the
applicant shall submit annual monitoring information to the Planning Division for
review and approval certifying ongoing compliance with FCC operating and
emission standards. The monitoring report shall be prepared by a qualified and
duly licensed radio frequency engineer and must be submitted annually within
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thirty (30) days of the anniversary date of the approval of the Conditional Use
Permit.
24. Pursuant to Section 17.82.O8O.K of the Rosemead Municipal Code, prior to the
final building inspection, the applicant shall procure a performance bond in the
amount equal to the reasonable estimated cost associated with removal of the
wireless facility and all corresponding accessory equipment covered by this
Conditional Use Permit. The performance bond must be reviewed and approved
by the Planning Division and the City of Rosemead must be named as the sole
beneficiary of the performance bond.
25. Pursuant to Section 17.82.O9O.K of the Rosemead Municipal Code, Prior to the
issuance of Building Permits, the plans must be revised to include a contact
information sign that must be placed on the accessory equipment enclosure. The
required sign must be installed prior to the ,final building inspection.
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August 17, 2010
Paul Garry
Senior Planner City of Rosemead
Re: Coverage and Other Service Objectives
8635 Grand Ave (CA- LOS4375)
(i) Clearwire is anew wireless provider trying to
the southern California market. As such,
permit the construction of facilities throe
coverage capacity to provide our future c
(ii) At this point, there are several coverage gaps
site will provide both in building and out
Ave and Temple City Blvd, without this 1
diameter of 1.5 miles will not have suffici
this area without the construction of this
(iii) Clearwire has spent years developing the tech
particular location. Our equipment works
microwave antennas to propagate signal dat
antennas are used to propagate our services
similar to other carriers existing within this
installation is that we only require the install
other carriers require at least two and somei
Clearwire has tried to collocate on structure
we have stealthed our installations. In this
existing Southern California Edison Transrr
underneath the structure at the base of the
we canvassed the area to find a building tall
unfortunately there were no buildings highe
Finding no suitable existing structures we se
blish a reliable wireless network within
current objective is to lease, zone and
ut southern California to provide enough
mers with a reliable network.
hin the City of Rosemead, this proposed
r coverage to the area between S. Del Mar
cular site an area with an approximate
coverage, any coverage provided within
will be spotty and unreliable.
ogy that we are proposing to install in this
of a backhaul system that relies on
from one site to the next. Our panel
o customers. Our installations are very
arket, one notable difference with our
bon of one equipment cabinet; most
nes up to four. Wherever possible,
with existing carriers, and where possible
se, our proposed installation is on an
;sion Tower, all equipment will be located
,wer. In the pursuit of this particular site
nough to provide sufficient coverage,
than 2 stories, most being single story.
rched for a suitable existing SCE tower.
(iv) We found the tower at 8635 Grand Ave to be A acceptable location for our installation.
With all other options exhausted, we decided to propose placing our facility on the
Southern California Edison parcel. By choosing this location we are able to meet our
coverage objectives.
Sincerely,
Received by
Planning Division
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Paul Garry
Senior Planner City of Rosemead
Re: Project Description
8635 Grand Ave (CA- LOS4375)
(i) This project is located at 8635 Grand Ave. This is a Southern California Edison
Right of Way. This parcel is 113,687 SQFT / 2.6099 Acres with a width of 260 ft, a
depth of 522 ft The current use of this parcel is a nursery. The zoning is Open
Space.
(ii) This Wireless Telecommunications Facility will be located on a Southern California
Edison Transmission Tower. This site includes five (5) panel antennas and dap
heads, three (3) MW antennas, one (1) equipment cabinet and one (1) GPS
antenna. Dimensions for the panel antenna 48 "x13 ". 351b. Dap heads 26"x14" 451b.
MW Antenna 26" 451bs.
(iii) The height of the exsisting SCE Transmission Tower (Highest Point/ Fixed
Structure) = 172 Feet / 52.4 Meters
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Paul Garry
Senior Planner City of Rosemead
Re: Disclosure of Removal Costs
8635 Grand Ave (CA- LOS4375)
(i) Upon any termination of Clearwire's right to use the site, Clearwire shall promptly
remove all base equipment and request Southern California Edison to remove the
antenna equipment. If Clearwire does not remove its base equipment, Southern
California Edison may remove the equipment itself. Clearwire shall be responsible
for Southern California Edison's costs and expenses due to removal, storage or
disposal of Clearwire's equipment. The estimated cost for this site's removal is
THIRTY thousand ($30,000).
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Planning Division
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August 17, 2010
Paul Gaut'
Senior Planner City of Rosemead
Re: Justification Report
5635 Grand Ave (CA- LOS4375)
(i) Clearwire is a new wireless provider trying to
the southern California market As such,
permit the construction of facilities throt
coverage capacity to provide our future c
(ii) At this point, there are several coverage gaps
site will provide both in building and out
Ave and Temple City Blvd, without this i
diameter of 1.5 miles will not have suffic
this area without the construction of this
(iii) The current gaps in coverage as depicted in
poor in- building coverage as well as ger
(iv) Map depicting search tin&:
iblish a reliable wireless network within
current objective is to lease, zone and
ut southern California to provide enough
omers with a reliable network.
iin the City of Rosemead, this proposed
: coverage to the area between S. Del Mar
cular site an area with an approximate
coverage, any coverage provided within
will be spotty and unreliable.
attached propagation maps would cause
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coverage objectives.
(i) Cleatwire believes that the installation prc
coverage enhancements with minimal
community. With this installation the
surrounding area.
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barry weatherspoonnCortel_- llc.com
Sincerely,
Barry Weatherspoon
this location we are able to meet our
at this property will provide the greatest
or acoustical impact to the surrounding
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2. Introduction ................................ ..................... . ........... - - .... .- - -.— ... ............. . ..........
. ... ......... 2
3. Evaluation & Computer Modeling ....._..._ ............... ....................... ........... ................
............ ....... .... . 2
3.1. Site Description ...................................................... -- ------ .................. .......................
. .... .... ... ... 3
3.2. Antenna System.... -- ................... .............. . ...... ----------- --------------- . ...........
.......... ............ 3
3.3. Carrier Frequency Information .......................... ........................ ............ .............
.......... ..... ..... 3
4. General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure Results: ................... ... ............... ............
......... ........ - - .4
5, Occupational/Controlled Exposure Results: .................................... ............................
.......... . ... ....... 4
6. Study Findings ............................................ ....... .......... ......... . . ...... . .. .. ...... . .....
.... . . ....... ... ........5
6.1. Sign Display ..................................... ...................... ............... .............. .......... .............
........ --- .5
7- Conclusion.... -- ................... .. .. .................................................... ..........................
........... .. ...... 5
8. Appendix 1 Methods of calculations based on OET 65 document ........................... ..
......... . ......... . - 7
ExposureLimits:.. .......................... ..................... . . ...................................................................................
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PowerDensity Calculations: ............................................ . ...... . ......... ............................
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2. Roof tops ...................................................... - ------ ......... ............ ..........................
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9. Contact Information ............................................. ........................................................................................
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1. Objective
This report has been prepared on behalf of Clearwire. Clearwire is proposing communication equipment at
Eagle Rock Mesa located at 8635 Grand Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770. The study will evaluate the effect of the
base station for compliance with the appropriate limiting human exposure to radio frequency (RF)
electromagnetic fields. The study took the following criteria i to consideration:
Analysis
Description
tenna Patterns
Yes
easured Antenna Isolation Data
,o, Empirical data used
2. Introduction
The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) requires the evaluation of RF emissions for possible
significant impact on the environment. In 1997, the FCC adopted the human exposure limits for field strength
and power density recommended in
Report No. 86, `Biological effects and Exposure Criteria for
published in 1986, and in
OET Bulletin 65, "Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidel
Electromagnetic Fields ", published in 1997.
Separate limits apply for occupational and public exposure c
times more restrictive than occupational limits. The table be
Table 1 Human exposure summary
frequency Electromagnetic Fields ",
for Human Exposure to Radiofrequency
lions. Generally, the public limits are five
shows the summary for the exposure limits.
Band
Frequency (MHz)
occupafion/Controlled
(mw /cm)
Population/Uncontrolled
(mw/cm )
Cellular
870
I 2.9
0.58
sMR
851
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0.567
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3. Evaluation & Computer Modeling
The MPE analysis consists of evaluating the RF transmitter
communications site. Power density calculations are perfon
located at the site. The power density values are then cone
percentages are summed together to provide a composite M
Appendix I for detailed calculations.
AIM MPE software was used to predict the limits of expose
MPE followed to generate the final output depicts the Occu
The color zones in figures 2 and 3 indicate the maximum pi
experience while in these zones.
ver being emitted from each active antenna at the
based on where a human (observer) would be
to MPE percentages and each antenna's MPE
percentage for each observer location. Refer to
Figure 1 below shows the methodology AIM
meal or Controlled Environment MPE analysis.
ssible exposure percentage a person would
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3.1. Site Description
Site name: Eagle Rock Mesa (CA- LOS4375)
Site description: Maximum Permissible Emission for a Tower Structure structure
Address: 8635 Grand Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770
Latitude: 34 -5 -34.57 N
Longitude: 118-4 -55.29 W
3.2. Antenna System
3.3. Carrier Frequency Information
Carrier
Antenna
Clearnue
Height -AGL
Azimuth -TN
Antenna
at
Carrier
Manufacturer
Antenna Model
(ft)
Length (ft)
(R')
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77 ft
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77 ft
0, 120, 240
2 ft
Microwave
3.3. Carrier Frequency Information
Carrier
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Clearnue
1 2496 -2502, 2602 -2614, 2618- 2673.5
Clearaire - Microwave
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4. General Population /Uncontrolled Exl
The analysis represents exposure limits to an individual who 1
energy exposure and does not know how to control or limit th
human exposure to RF fields where general public is exposed
consequence of their employment may not be made fully awa
control over their exposure. Therefore, members of the genen
exposure is not employment- related Figure 2 below shows th
permissible exposure. Areas that exceed the limits are thema
detailed limits.
Figure 2 General public graphical representation distance vs. trial % of
5. Occupational /Controlled Exposure F
The analysis represents exposure limits to an individual who
exposure and knows how to control or limit this exposure Fo
RF fields where a person is exposed as a consequence of his/
exposed has been made fully aware of the potential for expo!
Occupational/controlled exposure limits also apply where ex
incidental passage through a location where exposure levels 1
limits, as long as the exposed person has been made fully aw
control over his or her exposure by leaving the area or by sot
the percentage of total power for maximum permissible expo
shown. Refer to Appendix-I for the detailed limits.
Results:
ies not know that there is a potential for RF
exposure. For FCC purposes, this applies to
r in which persons who are exposed as a
of the potential for exposure or cannot exercise
public always fall under this category when
percentage of total power limits for maximum
;ally shown. Refer to the Appendix -I for the
Maximum Permissible Exposure
)uld know that there is a potential for RF energy
CC purposes, this applies to human exposure to
employment and in which the person who is
and can exercise control over his/her exposure.
sure is of a transient nature as a result of
y be above general population/uncontrolled
of the potential for exposure and can exercise
other appropriate means. Figure 3 below shows
-e. Areas that exceed the limits are thematically
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Figure 3 Occupationallcontrolled graphical representation distance vs. total % of occupational Maximum Permissible Exposure
6. Study Findings
The maximum ambient RF level anywhere at the ground level due to the proposed Clearwire operation by itself
is calculated to be 0.064 mW /cmz, which is 6.4% of the applicable public limit Note that the maximum
received power on the ground from all carriers is less than 1.28 %. For worst -case scenario analysis, a reflection
factor of (2.56) is used for the analysis.
6.1. Sign Display
The following signs may be placed at the base of the Monopalm and/or at the site's entrance.
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Radio teauenry fields beyond
this p4;n! may enceed the FCC
general public exposure limit.
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Based on the information and analysis above, it is our professional opinion that the base station proposed by
Clearwire at 8635 Grand Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770 will comply with the prevailing standards of limiting
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public exposure to radio frequency energy, and therefore, will
highest calculated level in publicly accessible areas does not e
exposure of unlimited duration. This finding is consistent wit]
taken at other operating base stations.
lot cause an impact on the environment. The
Geed the prevailing standards allowed for
measurements of actual exposure conditions
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8. Appendix I: Methods of calculations based on OET 65 document
Exposure Limits:
Table 2 Limits of Occupational Exposure
Limits of Occupation/Controlled Expos (mw /cm
Frequency
Power density (S-1 )
Time minutes
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100
6
3 -30
900 /f
6
30 -300
1.0
6
300 -1500
F /300
6
1500 - 100000
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Limits of General Population/Uncontrolled Ex osure mw /cm
Frequency
Power density (Sm2)
Time (minutes)
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100
30
1.3430
ISO
30
30 -300
0.2
30
300 -1500
F/1500
30
1500- 100000
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1. Towers
Determine if near field, transitional field or far field:
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D =
maximum dimension of antenna (diameter if circular) in ft
X =
wavelength (ft) = 186,000 x 5280 /frequency (MHz)
R =
distance from antenna (ft)
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A
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Poet = net power input to the antenna after loss
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Obw = beam width of the antenna in degrees
R = distance from antenna (ft)
h = aperture height of the antenna (ft)
Rfact = Reflection factor, if indicated it is 2.5(
Far Field
Equation
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S = X 1000mN, (no reflection)
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Poe, = net power input to the antenna after
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R = distance from antenna (ft)
G = Antenna gain
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Equation 5
S = S "Af
R
Where: Sd = Near field power (mW)
S, = power density (mW /cm2)
Rnr= extent of near - field, calculated above (ft)
R = distance to point of interest (ft)
Power Summation
For S1. S2 ..... Sn
Perform power density excluding the new carrier. If results exceed the maximum by 5% or more, site is not
previously in compliance with FCC. If not then perform the study with the new located carrier and compare
the results with the specified limits in the above table.
Equation 6
Total Power density Occupational/Controlled = P= _ D( S' +S2 +.., S (" ) x 100
S.1 Smi SmI
Equation 7
Total Power density GeneraUuncontrolled = Psm (IL + S2 +..I') x 100
Sm2 Sm2 Sm2
Where: S1,S2... Sn = calculated power density
Sml = Occupational/controlled limits specified in table 2
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Determine if near field, transitional field or far field:
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Rte= extent of near -field
D = maximum dimension of antenna (diameter
k = wavelength
R = distance from antenna
0.6DZ
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A
Where:
Rff = extent of far -field
D = maximum dimension of antenna (diameter
k = wavelength
R = distance from antenna
Raf <Rn <Rff
Where: P„ =transitional field
Rff= extent of far -field
Figure 1 Rooftop grid for calculations
Rf= extent of near -field
(circular)
circular)
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Near Field:
1) Within the 3dBBeamwidth (BW)
If the bin (square for calculations) is partially within the MB BW, then the square is within the 3dB BW.
Equation 8
S _
180
P, , x 1000mw (no reflection factor)
�h
Equation 9
S,r =
180
P-
x
1000!nwx h-1 (with reflection factor)
a
�
Where:
S,a=
near field power density (mW /cm2)
Peet
= net power input to the antenna after losses (dBm)
C.I. mere Ln
P1e, =P x10 70 x10 10
Obw = beam width of the antenna in degrees
R = distance from antenna (ft)
h = aperture height of the antenna (ft)
Fl = reflection factor (2.56)
2) Outside the MB BW
Equation 10
c -rre
(I180 P
S f = llbw) nth x I OOOm x CF, , x 10 ' ° (no reflection factor)
Equation 11
1801 P, °;pe
S i = —J— x 1000nm x CF., x F1 x 10 (with reflection factor)
0 )7d?h
Where: S t= near field power density (mW /cm2)
Pnet = net power input to the antenna after losses. (mW)
..I =
Pet =P x10 70 x10 °
Obw = beam width of the antenna in degrees
FTB = Front to back ratio (dB)
R = distance from antenna (ft)
h = aperture height of the antenna (ft)
Fl = reflection factor (2.56)
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Far Field
1) Within the 3dB BW.•
If the bin (square for calculations) is partially within the 3dB
Equation 12
G
P x 1010
S8 = a x 1000m x CF, E (no reflection)
47dt
Equation 13
G
S_ P X1010 x Fl x 1000m x CF., (with reflection)
d T z
Where: Sff= far field power density (mW /cm2)
Pne, = net power input to the antenna after loss
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P1e, =P x10 10 x10 °
R = distance from antenna (ft)
G = Maximum antenna gain (dB)
Fl = reflection factor (2.56)
CF1 ffE = MPE correction factor and set to 0.7
Outside the 3dB BW
Equation 14
c-Fre
Px10 10
S = x 1000mw x CF., (no reflection)
8 4;d?z
Equation 15
G -F!B
PXIO 10
S$ = z x hl x 1000mw x C'F�B (with reflection)
47dt
Where: Sff= far field power density (mW /Cin )
Pner = net power input to the antenna after loss
co.loss iuer6oNoss
P16, =P x10 10 X10 °
R = distance from antenna (ft)
FTB = Front to back ratio (dB)
G = Maximum antenna gain (dB)
F1 = reflection factor (2.56)
CFNgF = MPE correction factor and set to 0.7
then the square is within the 3dB BW.
(mW)
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Transitional Field
Equation 16
St = S -Af
R
Where: S�f = Near filed power (mW)
St = power density (mW /cmz)
Rof = extent of near - field, calculated above (ft)
R = distance from antenna (ft)
Power Summation
For Sl, 52 ..... Sn
Perform power density excluding the new carver. If results exceed the maximum by 5% or more, site is not in
compliance with FCC, if not, then perform the study with the new located carrier and compare the results with
the specified limits in the above table.
Equation 17
Total Power density Occupational/Controlled = P,� _ �( S' +' +... S" ) x 100
Sm1 S., Sm1
Equation l8
Total Power density General/uncontrolled = P= _ �( S' + ' +... S" ) x 100
Smz Sm2 Sm2
Where: S1,S2... Sn = calculated power density (mW /cmz)
Sml = Occupational/controlled limits specified in the above table (mW /cmz)
Sm2 = General/unoccupational limits specified in the table above (mW /cmz)
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9. Contact Information
Engineer Ahmad Malkawi
Contact Phone number 847 - 874 -3003
Email Address ni2lics«• ^l:c.a_r1;- a_con:
Fax 847- 307 -8312
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Planning Commission Meeting
October 4, 2010
Page 20 of 21
EXHIBIT "H"
Optional Checklist for
To Determine Whether a Facility
Purpose: The FCC has determined that many wireless
exposures in excess of RF exposure guidelines. Open
routinely having to determine their compliance. Thes
excluded." Section 1.1307(b)(1) of the Commission's
facilities. This checklist will assist state and local gov
wireless facilities that are categorically excluded, and
in excess of the FCC's guidelines. Provision of the in
also assist FCC staff in evaluating any inquiry regardi
exposure guidelines.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
1. Facility Operator's Legal Name: Clearwire
2. Facility Operator's Mailing Address: 4400
3. Facility Operator's Contact Name/Title: Li
4. Facility Operator's Office Telephone: 425
5. Facility Operator's Fax: 425- 216 -7600
6. Facility Name: -12 T -4 EAGLE ROCK -M
7. Facility Address: 8635 Grand Avenue
8. Facility City /Community: Rosemead
9. Facility State and Zip Code: CA 91770
10. Latitude: 34.09293611
11. Longitude: 118.08202500
Government
Excluded
:ilities are unlikely to cause human
rs of those facilities are exempt from
icilities are termed "categorically
les defines those categorically excluded
ment agencies in identifying those
is are highly unlikely to cause exposure
mation identified on this checklist may
a facility's compliance with the RF
WA 98033
continue
Planning Commission Meeting
October 4, 2010
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Optional Local Government Checklist (page 2)
EVALUATION OF CATEGORICAL EXCLUSION
12. Licensed Radio Service (see attached Table 1): Radio Service License — B262 — NSAC. LLC
13. Structure Type (free - standing or building/roof- mounted): Free - standing
14, Antenna Type [omnidirectional or directional (includes sectored)]: Directional
15. Height above ground of the lowest point of the antenna (in meters): 22.25 meters
16. OCheck if all of the following are true:
(a) This facility will be operated in the Multipoint Distribution Service, Paging and —
Personal Communications Service, Private Land Mobile Radio Services Paging
Operations, Private Land Mobile Radio Service Specialized Mobile Radio, Local
Multipoint Distribution Service, or service regulated under Part 74, Subpart I (see
question 12).
(b) This facility will not be mounted on a building (see question 13).
(c) The lowest point of the antenna will be at least 10 meters above the ground (see question
15).
If box 16 is checked, this facility is categorically excluded and is unlikely to cause exposure in
excess of the FCC's guidelines. The remainder of the checklist need not be completed. If box
16 is not checked, continue to question 17.
17. Enter the power threshold for categorical exclusion for this service from the attached Table 1
in watts ERP or EIRP' (note: EIRP = (1.64) X ERP):
18. Enter the total number of channels if this will be an omni directional antenna, or the
maximum number of channels in any sector if this will be a sectored antenna:
19. Enter the ERP or EIRP per channel (using the same units as in question 17):
20. Multiply answer 18 by answer 19:
21. Is the answer to question 20 less than or equal to the value from question 17 (yes or no)?
the answer to question 21 is YES, this facility is categorically excluded. It is unlikely to cause
posure in excess of the FCC's guidelines.
the answer to question 21 is NO, this facility is not categorically excluded. Further
vestigation may be appropriate to verify whether the facility may cause exposure in excess of
e FCC's guidelines.
"ERP" means "effective radiated power" and "EIRP" means "effective isotropic radiated power